Ajay0 Posted August 19, 2022 Sensei Sandeep Desai on the 70 % threshold in Taoism... https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/blogs/the-speaking-tree/the-70-threshold/ Quote At the heart of Tao philosophy is the 70% rule. It states that you should do a T’ai Chi movement to only 70% of your potential. Striving for 100% inherently produces tension and stress because when you strain yourself, your body experiences fear. Even without you being aware of it, your tense body responds by shutting down. At 70% capacity, you can throw 100% of your energy and effort into practice, and you still generate 100% of the possible Chi that a T’ai Chi movement is capable of producing. Going beyond 70% drains your energy reserves. Staying within 70% of your capacity produces optimum physical accomplishment, simultaneously reducing psychological stress. The more you relax, the more energy, stamina and strength you will have. I found this interesting because medical science have also stated of a link between moderate exercise and longevity. I know of a couple of athletes who died of a heart attack while going through rigorous physical regimens. Working at 70 percent capacity can also bring conditions of creativity, enjoyment of work and performing work mindfully. 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lairg Posted August 19, 2022 (edited) In the Hindu tradition is something similar: only exercise to a slight sweat Edited August 19, 2022 by Lairg 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
